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2025 Prevelo

Zulu Five

A 26″ aluminum frame hardtail crosscountry bike with upper mid-range components.
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Manufacturer Price

$1,499
Weight23.3 lbs  
FrameAluminum
SuspensionHardtail, 100mm
ForkRST
Wheels26″ Aluminum
Drivetrain1 × 10
GroupsetmicroSHIFT Advent X
BrakesTektro Hydraulic Disc
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Gearing

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Lowest gear

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20 mph

Zulu Five

27 mph

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Reviews
Pinkbike
Prevelo Announce Updated Zulu - The Run Bike That Transforms Into a Pedal Bike

Feb 2025 · Prevelo Bikes

With the new Zulu One 14-inch ($599) and Zulu Two 16-inch ($649) bikes, we're introducing the patent-pending BALANCE-TEC system.

Highs
  • Significant weight reductions

  • BALANCE-TEC conversion system for easy switch between balance and pedal modes

  • Extended seat tube range for longer fit

  • No special tools needed for conversion

  • Maintains consistent handling in both configurations

  • Designed as uncompromising trail bikes first

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Two Wheeling Tots
Prevelo Zulu Five Kids 26" Mountain Bike Review

Sep 2024 · Natalie Martins

The Prevelo Zulu Five is the perfect 26 inch "bridge bike" before a small Adult MTB. Is it a good fit for YOUR rider? Read our review!

Highs
  • Lighter frame (3 lbs less than previous model)

  • Steep seat tube angle (74°) for efficient climbing

  • Slack head tube angle (66°) for downhill confidence

  • Wide gear range 11-48t cassette

  • Tubeless-ready rims pre-taped

  • Dropper post compatible with stealth routing

  • Hydraulic disc brakes Tektro M281

Lows
  • Sizing is similar to 24" bikes, limited growth for taller riders

  • 75mm dropper may be short for taller riders

  • Chainstay lacks protection, shows wear

  • Loud rear hub

  • Pedals have plastic cleats, upgrade recommended

  • Heir metal pedals (optional) are smaller than stock

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Geometry
Specs
Build
Frame

Lightweight Triple-butted 6061 Aluminum, UDH Compatible Thru-Axle Dropout, with Internal Cable Routing and Low Center of Gravity Trail Geometry

BB StandardBSA, 73mm, Threaded

Hanger StandardUDH

Tire Clearance2.4"

ColorsSpeed Silver; Bodacious Blue; Pedal to the Metal Pink

Fork

RST First 26 AIR - 100mm travel - lockout and adjustable rebound / Thru-Axle

Travel100mm

Spring TypeAir

Bottom Bracket

External BSA Threaded 73mm

Headset

Integrated Sealed Cartidge Threadless

Stem

Lightweight Aluminum 31.8, 35mm Extension

Handlebar

Lightweight Aluminum 31.8, 680mm wide, 20mm rise

Saddle

HEIR Pivotal

Seatpost

⌀31.6mm alloy Pivotal

TypeRigid

Pedals

Composite Junior, 9/16 Crmo Spindle

Grips

130mm Lock-On

Groupset
Rear Derailleur

Microshift Advent X AM V2

Crank

152mm HEIR Direct Mount 2-piece with Alloy Spindle

Shifters

10 speed Microshift Advent X Pro

Cassette

10 speed 11-48t Advent X G-Series

Brakes

Tektro M281 Hydraulic Disc

TypeTektro Hydraulic Disc

Wheels
Rims

HEIR i27 Asymmetrical Tubeless Ready Pre-Taped

Front Hub

15x100 28h Sealed Cartridge / Thru-Axle

Rear Hub

12x142 28h Sealed Cartridge w/ quick engaging 6 pawl freehub / 180 points of engagement / Thru-Axle

Tires

Kenda Booster Pro 26 x 2.2 Tubeless Ready

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Last updated October 12

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